
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Kearny Neighborhood of Kearny, NJ from $800 (22 Rentals)
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20 Bentley Ave, Unit 1 Shared

207 Jewett Ave

2275 John F. Kennedy Blvd
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294 Ege Ave

242 Lexington Ave, #6, Unit 6

Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park

2521 John F Kennedy Blvd, Unit 1

20 Wallis Ave

858 West Side Ave
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South Kearny, Kearny, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Kearny?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Kearny Studio Apartments | $2,113 | $1,200 | $6,012 |
| South Kearny 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,476 | $825 | $7,591 |
| South Kearny 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,831 | $1,565 | $8,271 |
| South Kearny 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,940 | $2,000 | $4,400 |
| South Kearny 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,173 | $2,750 | $3,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Kearny Neighborhood of Kearny, NJ.
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Cheapest Available South Kearny Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Kearny area of Kearny, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park priced from $1,795. 3 Acres has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,925. Here are the most affordable South Kearny apartments for rent in Kearny, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 3 Acres | S6A | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
| The Ballantine | S2.1 | Studio,1BA | $1,948 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Kearny, NJ
As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Kearny area is the $2.25 price per square foot 338 Sip Ave Model at 338 Sip Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Marion neighborhood starting from $3,375. The second greatest value South Kearny apartment is the 29 Roosevelt Ave Model at 29 Roosevelt Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,700 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Kearny apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 338 Sip Ave, Unit 2 | 338 Sip Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| 29 Roosevelt Ave, Unit 1 | 29 Roosevelt Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 102 Chapel St, Unit Villa | 102 Chapel St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 114 Mallory Ave, Unit 3 | 114 Mallory Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 664 Forest St, Unit 1 | 664 Forest St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 237 Duncan Ave, Unit 3 | 237 Duncan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| 228 Duncan Ave, Unit Apartment #2R | 228 Duncan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 170 Delaware Ave, Unit 3 | 170 Delaware Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 836 Communipaw Ave, Unit 1F | 836 Communipaw Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 244 Duncan Ave, Unit 3 | 244 Duncan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Kearny, Kearny, NJ
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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Kearny Neighborhood in Kearny, NJ
Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Kearny Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Kearny?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Kearny is at 3 Acres listed at $1,925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Kearny Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Kearny Apartment is $1,795 at Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Kearny Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Kearny is starting from $2,600 at Verde Jersey City.
What is the most affordable South Kearny Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Kearny Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Xchange at Secaucus Junction and starts from $3,765.
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